lxr

So... how long does it take to drive all around the map? I don't think we've tried to calculate that yet.

Lets say that means to make a full circle on the outermost highways, at a constant speed of 100 mph (= 161 kmh).

*If* the map is 9.6 by 12 km (= 44.5 sq mi, close to Magic Al's estimate, see here and here), and *if* zombie elvis' highway layout is correct (it's slightly speculative for most parts of the map), and *if* my method of measurement is not too retarded (a string of 277 circles with 100 m diameter, ignoring on- and off-ramps), then...

Ignaz

I think somebody may have spoted the location of the "CJ alley" a while ago, but we didn't have much to go on until now. Even the courtyard palm tree is visible (just).

Fantastic! This was one of the oldest unsolved puzzles. Great work!

Yeah and this is the mission what the IGN HandsOn Gamer are played.

"I hear Lamar shout from across the street – he’s found a way out. I follow him down a narrow alley that separates two of the slovenly houses, and instantly the thick claustrophobia of the Grove Street shootout dissipates. The world opens up again. The houses back onto the Los Santos storm drain – a vast man-made river carved out of concrete. We run down towards the water. Bizarrely there are a group of girls in colourful bikinis dancing for a film crew in front of three jet skis. Is this a TV advertisement? A music video? Porn? I have no time to find out – there’s a police helicopter humming overhead. I push one of the girls out of the way and steal her jet ski. Trevor, Lamar, and I head for open waters – I guess Chop ran home – but we can’t escape. The helicopter’s still on our tail.".... damn 8 days and 18hours...

no_snacks

I think somebody may have spoted the location of the "CJ alley" a while ago, but we didn't have much to go on until now. Even the courtyard palm tree is visible (just).

Fantastic! This was one of the oldest unsolved puzzles. Great work!

Yeah and this is the mission what the IGN HandsOn Gamer are played.

"I hear Lamar shout from across the street – he’s found a way out. I follow him down a narrow alley that separates two of the slovenly houses, and instantly the thick claustrophobia of the Grove Street shootout dissipates. The world opens up again. The houses back onto the Los Santos storm drain – a vast man-made river carved out of concrete. We run down towards the water. Bizarrely there are a group of girls in colourful bikinis dancing for a film crew in front of three jet skis. Is this a TV advertisement? A music video? Porn? I have no time to find out – there’s a police helicopter humming overhead. I push one of the girls out of the way and steal her jet ski. Trevor, Lamar, and I head for open waters – I guess Chop ran home – but we can’t escape. The helicopter’s still on our tail.".... damn 8 days and 18hours...

@ lxr

Can you believe the "CJ alley" was from 685 days ago?

Finally identified with 8 days to go. Cutting it a bit fine.

I'm pretty sure somebody may have circled the spot on the blueprint map 2 or 3 months ago, but it couldn't be confirmed. I had a good look but couldn't find the post.

ComradVladimir

So... how long does it take to drive all around the map? I don't think we've tried to calculate that yet.

Lets say that means to make a full circle on the outermost highways, at a constant speed of 100 mph (= 161 kmh).

*If* the map is 9.6 by 12 km (= 44.5 sq mi, close to Magic Al's estimate, see here and here), and *if* zombie elvis' highway layout is correct (it's slightly speculative for most parts of the map), and *if* my method of measurement is not too retarded (a string of 277 circles with 100 m diameter, ignoring on- and off-ramps), then...

... it takes about 10 minutes and 20 seconds

I'm seriously baffled at how much these news outlet butcher the data they present. IIRC, the Sun said driving around the entire map would take a good hour. It's sh*t like this that gives people like _Kindled_ more fuel for their ignorance. Great post though!

SomePerson

So... how long does it take to drive all around the map? I don't think we've tried to calculate that yet.

Lets say that means to make a full circle on the outermost highways, at a constant speed of 100 mph (= 161 kmh).

*If* the map is 9.6 by 12 km (= 44.5 sq mi, close to Magic Al's estimate, see here and here), and *if* zombie elvis' highway layout is correct (it's slightly speculative for most parts of the map), and *if* my method of measurement is not too retarded (a string of 277 circles with 100 m diameter, ignoring on- and off-ramps), then...

... it takes about 10 minutes and 20 seconds

I'm seriously baffled at how much these news outlet butcher the data they present. IIRC, the Sun said driving around the entire map would take a good hour. It's sh*t like this that gives people like _Kindled_ more fuel for their ignorance. Great post though!

The Sun fuel a lot of bullsh*t in the UK. Never trust anything they say unless it's on sports.

lxr

So... how long does it take to drive all around the map? I don't think we've tried to calculate that yet.

Lets say that means to make a full circle on the outermost highways, at a constant speed of 100 mph (= 161 kmh).

*If* the map is 9.6 by 12 km (= 44.5 sq mi, close to Magic Al's estimate, see here and here), and *if* zombie elvis' highway layout is correct (it's slightly speculative for most parts of the map), and *if* my method of measurement is not too retarded (a string of 277 circles with 100 m diameter, ignoring on- and off-ramps), then...

... it takes about 10 minutes and 20 seconds

I'm seriously baffled at how much these news outlet butcher the data they present. IIRC, the Sun said driving around the entire map would take a good hour. It's sh*t like this that gives people like _Kindled_ more fuel for their ignorance. Great post though!

Thanks! However... lets assume you stick even closer to the coast, taking a few of the smaller roads. That would make your total route about 30 km. And lets say you ride a bike, at 30 kmh. There you have your one hour ride

Kemo66

So... how long does it take to drive all around the map? I don't think we've tried to calculate that yet.

Lets say that means to make a full circle on the outermost highways, at a constant speed of 100 mph (= 161 kmh).

*If* the map is 9.6 by 12 km (= 44.5 sq mi, close to Magic Al's estimate, see here and here), and *if* zombie elvis' highway layout is correct (it's slightly speculative for most parts of the map), and *if* my method of measurement is not too retarded (a string of 277 circles with 100 m diameter, ignoring on- and off-ramps), then...

... it takes about 10 minutes and 20 seconds

I'm seriously baffled at how much these news outlet butcher the data they present. IIRC, the Sun said driving around the entire map would take a good hour. It's sh*t like this that gives people like _Kindled_ more fuel for their ignorance. Great post though!

The Sun fuel a lot of bullsh*t in the UK. Never trust anything they say unless it's on sports.